The days of summer feel slower and lazier than other times of the year. People move more slowly… everything feels lighter and more ephemeal.  Despite (or manybe because of) this, summer is the perfect time to think about high-leverage activities! The kind of activities that give you more bang for your buck, but that are more about investment than quick-returns. 

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 low-lift yet high-leverage activities to help you lay the foundation for increased growth, stability, and fundraising success this Fall! You’ll get: 

• My favorite business book summer reading list 
• Strategies for getting head with year-end fundraising 
• Tips for strengthening your team and workflows 

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Everyone talks about how nonprofits can use ChatGPT to support their fundraising efforts. In this episode, I go beyond fundraising, and walk through 6 concrete ways that you can use ChatGPT in your organization specifically to build staff capacity!  

You’ll learn how ChatGPT can: 

• Build your the capacity of your program team; 
• Streamline core HR processes, like hiring and workplanning
• Simplify board engagement management 

Links Mentioned
>> Upwork
>> Fiverr {affiliate}
>> Past Episode: Revolutionize Your Workflow With ChatGPT
>> Nonprofit Template Vault

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Fundraising works best when it’s relational. Everyone says that, but what does it actually mean?  

It means that your donors are in a bi-directional relationship with your organization in which they donate contribute funds and support and the organization offers them an opportunity to participate in having an impact on the world that they care very deeply about.

It means that the most effective fundraising enters a conversation already happening inside the minds of your ideal donors and attempts to see the world the way they see it.   You have to find people who have an affinity for the mission - a deep connection to the outcomes that your organization is working towards… the shared vision of the better world you’re creating. 

This week's episode shares a quick and powerful strategy for identifying your ideal donor!

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In this second episode of our 3-part mini-series, Rhea and I break down what the inside of your organization should look like if you want to be ready to scale.

 We highlight the role of a clear and compelling strategic vision in fundraising, talk about why hiring is not always the immediate solution to building your capacity, and deep dive into the actual meaning of "systems" in the context of organizational growth. 

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One of the toughest things about growing an org is capacity - and more precisely, calibrating the capacity you need with what you actually have the funding to pay for. 

In this episode, I talk about how to think about hiring Consultants, Fellows, Fractional Support, and Virtual Assistants (VAs) to build out your capacity -  for less money. 

I also mention the following resources: 
Free Nonprofit Staff Mapping Guide + Role Mapping Matrix at richiebabbage.com/nontraditionalstaff

Podcast episodes with  Germeen Guillaume (Fractional finance support) and   Cindy Wagman (Fractional fundraising support). 

Now is the time to invest in smart, strategic redesign of what's blocking your org's growth. Set yourself up for a poweful 2026 - apply to join the Next Level Nonprofit. brookerichiebabbage.com/nextlevelnonprofit

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Apply for the Next Level Nonprofit Mastermind, a high-touch coaching and training accelerator for established organizations that are ready to install a powerful nonprofit Operating System to sustain impact at scale.

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In this first episode of our 3-part mini series, Rhea and I delev into the critical role of mindset - specifically, money mindset, leadership mindset, and an abundance mindset - in achieving sustainable growth and avoiding burnout. 

These mindset shifts are foundational for letting go of outdated strategies, leaning into high-level fundraising activities, and transforming the way leaders engage with stakeholders.  

Now is the time to invest in smart, strategic redesign of what's blocking your org's growth. Set yourself up for a poweful 2026 - apply to join the Next Level Nonprofit. brookerichiebabbage.com/nextlevelnonprofit

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Culture eats strategy for breakfast. As important as it is to build your organization intentionally and strategically, everything is held together and animated by the organization's culture.

In this episode, I talk about the critical importance of being intentional about building your organization's culture, and I walk through 4 pillars that lay the foundation for a strong and values-aligned org culture. 

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Throughout this series, I’ve been making the argument that the best way to grow your organization is not to focus on budget or staff or board size as the key metric, but instead, to notch down and focus on the stage of development -- the specific characteristics and goals of each stage, and the clarity, capacity, and capital milestones that are aligned with where you are. 

In this final series episode, I’m going to paint the picture of an adult organization.  You'll learn: 

• The characteristics of a mature organization 
• How to leverage maturity in one area of your organization to strengthen other areas 
• What to watch out for (potential dangers) in the "adult" phase of an organization

You can also do a deeper dive with my 4-part webinar series:  Focus on Growth -- richiebabbage.com/focusongrowth 

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In this episode, we explore the exciting world of nonprofit growth and development with our guest, Brooke.

We discuss the different stages of organizational growth, early and late, and the importance of setting stage-specific goals to ensure long-term success.

Brooke shares her insights on the characteristics of early and late-stage growth organizations, emphasizing the importance of iteration, intentionality, and strategic fundraising.

We also delve into the key transitions nonprofits must make to smoothly shift from the early growth phase to the later stage. By understanding how to navigate revenue streams, differentiate roles, and systematize operations, leaders can focus on propelling their organization forward with clarity and purpose.

Tune in for a comprehensive guide to scaling your nonprofit, filled with actionable tips and expert advice!

==> Want to go deeper? Check out the free 4-Part Webinar Series: Focus On Growth
richiebabbage.com/focusongrowthbundle

Now is the time to invest in smart, strategic redesign of what's blocking your org's growth. Set yourself up for a poweful 2026 - apply to join the Next Level Nonprofit. brookerichiebabbage.com/nextlevelnonprofit

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Apply for the Next Level Nonprofit Mastermind, a high-touch coaching and training accelerator for established organizations that are ready to install a powerful nonprofit Operating System to sustain impact at scale.

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Nonprofit growth isn't linear. It's messy and winding and full of stops and starts. That's why knowing where you are in the process is absolutely critical. Being able to anchor yourself to the right milestones... to face the right challenges... and to take the right next step is how you navigate the chaos of the childhood phase.

In this episode, I talk about how the stages of development can apply differently to different parts of an organization. For example, an organization's fundraising can be at one stage of development, and its board at another.

I also talk about the characteristics of the post-start-up-pre-growth stage: Childhood. The chaos inherent in being nimble and responsive, and the goals that a leader must set if the organization is to move safely and sustainably into the growth phase.

Links Mentioned
Free 4 Part Webinar Series: Focus on Growth Bundle 

Nonprofit Launch Plan Template

Organizational Design Toolkit

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Apply for the Next Level Nonprofit Mastermind, a high-touch coaching and training accelerator for established organizations that are ready to install a powerful nonprofit Operating System to sustain impact at scale.

Budget under $800K? Join Elevate and get proven step-by-step playbooks + coaching support to build each of the core elements of your nonprofit's operating system - strategic clarity, a fundraising engine, a high-performance team, and an active and engaged board!

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